Bently Nevada 3500/22M 138607-01: Advanced Machinery Vibration Monitor
Product Description
The Bently Nevada 3500/22M 138607-01 is a high-performance vibration monitoring module, a key component of the Bently Nevada 3500 Machinery Protection and Condition Monitoring System. It is specifically designed to continuously measure and analyze vibration levels in critical rotating machinery, providing early warning of potential faults and ensuring the safe and reliable operation of industrial equipment. With advanced sensing technology and precise data processing capabilities, this module plays a vital role in preventing unexpected downtime and reducing maintenance costs in various industrial settings.
Product Parameters
- Input Channels: 4 vibration input channels, allowing simultaneous monitoring of multiple vibration points on a single piece of machinery.
- Measurement Range: ±500 mV peak, covering a wide range of vibration amplitudes commonly encountered in industrial rotating equipment.
- Frequency Range: 0.1 Hz to 10 kHz, enabling the detection of both low – frequency vibrations (such as those from unbalance) and high – frequency vibrations (such as those from bearing defects).
- Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale, ensuring precise and reliable vibration measurement data for accurate condition assessment.
- Sampling Rate: 51.2 kHz per channel, providing high – resolution data to capture detailed vibration characteristics.
- Alarm Levels: Configurable alarm and danger thresholds for each channel, allowing customization based on the specific requirements of the monitored machinery.
Product Specifications
- Power Supply: Operates on a 24 VDC power supply with a current consumption of ≤ 300 mA.
- Communication Interface: Integrates with the 3500 system backplane for data transmission to the system controller and other modules.
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C, suitable for operation in typical industrial environments.
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C, ensuring durability during transportation and storage.
- Humidity: 5% to 95% non – condensing, capable of functioning in humid industrial settings without performance degradation.
- Dimensions: 160 mm (width) × 100 mm (height) × 200 mm (depth), designed to fit into the 3500 system rack.
- Weight: Approximately 1.5 kg, lightweight for easy installation within the system rack.
Series
The 3500/22M 138607-01 belongs to the Bently Nevada 3500 series. The 3500 series is a comprehensive range of machinery protection and condition monitoring products, including various modules such as vibration monitors, position monitors, temperature monitors, and communication modules. This series is renowned for its high reliability, flexibility, and advanced functionality, making it a leading choice for monitoring critical rotating machinery in industries worldwide. The modular design of the 3500 series allows for easy system expansion and customization to meet the specific needs of different applications.
Features
Multi – Channel Monitoring
With 4 input channels, the module can monitor multiple vibration points on a single machine or different machines, providing a comprehensive view of machinery health. This multi – channel capability eliminates the need for multiple single – channel monitors, reducing system complexity and cost.
High Accuracy and Resolution
The high accuracy of ±0.5% of full scale and a high sampling rate ensure that even subtle vibration changes are detected. This enables early identification of potential machinery faults, such as bearing wear, misalignment, or unbalance, before they develop into serious problems.
Configurable Alarm Thresholds
Users can set custom alarm and danger thresholds for each channel based on the machinery’s operating characteristics and industry standards. When vibration levels exceed these thresholds, the module triggers alarms to alert operators, allowing for timely intervention.
Seamless Integration
The module integrates seamlessly with the 3500 system backplane, enabling easy data sharing with other modules in the system, such as the system controller and communication modules. This integration ensures that vibration data is readily available for analysis, reporting, and remote monitoring.
Rugged Design
Built to withstand industrial environments, the module has a rugged construction that can resist the effects of vibration, shock, and electromagnetic interference. This ensures reliable operation even in harsh industrial settings.
Function
The primary function of the Bently Nevada 3500/22M 138607-01 is to measure, process, and analyze vibration signals from rotating machinery. It converts raw vibration data into meaningful information, such as vibration amplitude, frequency spectrum, and trend analysis. By continuously monitoring these parameters, the module can detect early signs of machinery degradation, providing operators with the information needed to schedule maintenance proactively. Additionally, it generates alarm signals when vibration levels exceed predefined thresholds, helping to prevent machinery failures and ensure operational safety.
Use
In industrial applications, the 3500/22M 138607-01 is used to monitor the vibration of critical rotating equipment, including turbines, compressors, pumps, motors, and generators. It is typically installed in the 3500 system rack, where it receives vibration signals from proximity probes, accelerometers, or velocity transducers mounted on the machinery. The module processes these signals and transmits the data to the system controller, which can then display the information on a local HMI or send it to a remote monitoring system for further analysis.
Application Fields
Power Generation
In power plants, the module is used to monitor the vibration of steam turbines, gas turbines, generators, and pumps. By detecting early signs of machinery faults, it helps to ensure the reliable operation of power generation equipment, reducing the risk of unplanned outages.
Oil and Gas
In the oil and gas industry, it is employed to monitor compressors, pumps, and turbines used in upstream exploration, midstream transportation, and downstream refining processes. This ensures the safe and efficient operation of critical equipment in harsh and remote environments.
Chemical Processing
Chemical plants rely on the module to monitor rotating machinery such as mixers, agitators, and pumps. By providing early warning of potential failures, it helps to prevent process disruptions and ensure the safety of personnel and the environment.
Pulp and Paper
In pulp and paper mills, the module monitors the vibration of motors, pumps, and rollers, ensuring the smooth operation of production lines and reducing maintenance costs.
Water and Wastewater
Water and wastewater treatment facilities use the module to monitor pumps and blowers, helping to ensure the reliable operation of these critical assets and minimizing downtime.
In conclusion, the Bently Nevada 3500/22M 138607-01 is an essential component of the 3500 Machinery Protection and Condition Monitoring System, providing accurate and reliable vibration monitoring for critical rotating machinery across a wide range of industrial applications. Its advanced features and robust design make it a valuable tool for ensuring operational safety, reducing maintenance costs, and improving equipment reliability.
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